18c Japanese sword TSUBA TIGER & bamboo

Description

18th century Japanese sword iron tsuba with raised and inlaid decoration of a seated tiger scratching its ear by a thick stem of bamboo with leaves. Delightful design, good work, wonderful depiction of the creature, gilded and silvered leaves, very pleasant feel of age. Height 2 15/16 inches.

Reserve: $300.00

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18c Japanese sword TSUBA TIGER & bamboo

Lot 0137

Estimate $350-$400

Feb 3, 2026, 8:08 PM EST

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